Inventory Specialist $1000.00 Sign-On Incentive

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

The Facilities Management Division is looking for a highly qualified Inventory Specialist to provide daily and after hour¿s emergency material, supplies, repair parts, tools and equipment oversight to support Facilities Management Divisions controlled inventory Warehouses.

In return, we offer stability with excellent benefits, including membership in the State of Florida Retirement System.

The Facilities Management Division prides itself on providing outstanding customer service through teamwork, innovation and the development of positive relationships with our customers and teammates. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable, and well-maintained facilities and services through high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.

We are committed to providing a work culture that emphasizes mutual respect, trust, career development, and a collaborative work environment that recognizes individual.

Job Description

General Functions

This position provides daily and after hours emergency material, supplies and repair part support to the Water and Water Reclamation Divisions from the Operations Support controlled inventory Warehouse. Work is performed with some independence under the direction of an assigned supervisor.

Representative Duties/Assignments

• Uses the Maximo computerized Inventory system to issue/transfer warehouse stock items to plant and field repair and maintenance personnel for routine maintenance and emergency repair activities.
• Creates order request for inventory from the Maximo inventory system for emergency repairs to the utilities systems.
• Tracks open orders through the Maximo inventory system for backordered items and completes transactions and orders, as items are available.
• Researches deliveries for other divisions through the Maximo Purchase Order system and contacts proper personnel to ensure timely delivery of merchandise.
• Organizes daily paperwork for the Supervisors review.
• Pulls and stages orders for the various divisions, daily workload and emergency requests.
• Process FedEx, UPS, etc. pickups and deliveries.
• Organizes daily paperwork for the Supervisor¿s review.
• Receives and stocks inventory while ensuring accuracy. Reviews each item to determine if it is on order and if the item meets the required specifications.
• Performs weekly cycle counts on specific bin number ranges to maintain proper inventory accuracy, conducts annual physical inventory.
• Maintains inventory bin locations and overflow areas to ensure that the proper level of stock is on hand at all times. Informs supervisor of any items in short supply to initiate the procurement process.
• Ensures that the warehouse is maintained in a neat, clean fashion and there are no safety violations. Protects the security of the inventory by following the established security procedures.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent, and two (2) years of experience with material handling equipment, forklift, pallet jacks, basic warehousing, inbound & outbound shipping, computerized inventory control system/ or basic computer skills.

Must pay attention to detail and make accurate decisions on the specifications of materials and parts needed to effect repairs in emergency situations.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license, or possess the ability to obtain one by hire date.

Preferences

Experience in using CMMS, Computerized Maintenance Management System, preferably Maximo.

Detail oriented candidate with two years of experience in stockroom/supply/inventory operation.

Knowledge of Inventory Control and prior experience with Inventory Control Data Software.

Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 01/08/2026

Close Date

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 011 - From $19.00 to $24.12

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

TBD

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.

Standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work hours include weekends, after-hours, and post hurricane response due to operational needs.

This position is subject to assignments at any Facilities Management location due to project, task, or operational requirements.

Additional Information

¿ $1,000 sign-on Incentive

¿ Retention bonuses based on years of service.

¿ Tuition reimbursement

¿ Company issued truck.

¿ Uniforms and Safety Shoes